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Conservation Entrepreneurs

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The Network

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Protecting Wildlife

Andean Cats

The Andean cat is one of the rarest and least known cats in the world; fewer than 3,000 exist in the mountains of South America.

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Snow Leopard

The strikingly beautiful but endangered snow leopard remains one of the world’s most mysterious and rarely seen cats.

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Grevy’s Zebra

Less than 2,500 Grevy’s zebra exist today; these special animals are distinguishable from other zebras by their larger size and round “Mickey Mouse” ears.

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Saiga Antelope

The saiga antelope has been around since the Ice Age and once numbered in the millions; today only 40,000 survive.

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Elephant

Elephants are among the world’s most intelligent, sensitive and social animals, possessing both empathy and family values.

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Cotton-Top Tamarin

The tiny cotton-top, which weighs less than a pound, are found only in northwestern Colombia and are one of the most endangered primates in the world.

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Lion—Ewaso

Kenya is home to less than 2000 lions. In Northern Kenya, outside protected areas, lions and people are learning to coexist.

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Grey Crowned Cranes

Grey Crowned Cranes are a symbol of longevity, but unfortunately are threatened by habitat loss and the illegal wildlife trade.

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Small Wild Cats

Most people are familiar with big cats, but few could name the 33 species of small wild cats living all around the world.

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Gorillas

Gorillas are strong and social beings, yet they face threats from habitat degradation and disease transmission.

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Cheetah—Namibia

Cheetahs are famous for their speed and agility but are also one of Africa’s most endangered big cats.

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Cheetah—Botswana

Botswana provides a home for approximately 30% of the earth’s remaining 7,100 cheetahs, it is the only country where their population remains stable.

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Lion—Niassa

Niassa National Reserve in Mozambique is one of the last great wild places on Earth and one of the important remaining strongholds for the African lion.

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Spectacled Bear

Spectacled bears, also known as Andean bears, are the only bear species in all of South America.

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Okapi

The gentle, mysterious okapi live only in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and though they appear to be half-zebra they are actually the closest relative of the giraffe.

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Penguins

There are 18 different penguin species living throughout the Southern Hemisphere, 55% of which are listed as threatened.

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Sharks and Rays

Sharks and rays are essential for healthy oceans, but are vulnerable to human threats like pollution, climate change, and overfishing.

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Ethiopian Wolf

The Ethiopian wolf is the rarest and most endangered canid in the world.

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Andean Cats

Snow Leopard


Grevy’s Zebra

Saiga Antelope


Elephant

Cotton-Top Tamarin


Lion—Ewaso


Grey Crowned Cranes

Small Wild Cats

Gorillas

Cheetah—Namibia


Cheetah—Botswana

Lion—Niassa

Spectacled Bear

Okapi


Penguins

Sharks and Rays

Ethiopian Wolf


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Andean Cats

The Andean cat is one of the rarest and least known cats in the world; fewer than 3,000 exist in the mountains of South America.

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©Eric Ash - Snow Leopard - Rain Leopard_flipped

Snow Leopard

The strikingly beautiful but endangered snow leopard remains one of the world’s most mysterious and rarely seen cats.

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Grevy's zebra_Jeff Bonner

Grevy’s Zebra

Less than 2,500 Grevy’s zebra exist today; these special animals are distinguishable from other zebras by their larger size and round “Mickey Mouse” ears.

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saiga_Eugeny Polonsky

Saiga Antelope

The saiga antelope has been around since the Ice Age and once numbered in the millions; today only 40,000 survive.

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Elephant

Elephants are among the world’s most intelligent, sensitive and social animals, possessing both empathy and family values.

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cotton_top_Credit PT_KATIE G.AS Abril 2016

Cotton-Top Tamarin

The tiny cotton-top, which weighs less than a pound, are found only in northwestern Colombia and are one of the most endangered primates in the world.

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Ewaso Lions_2 lions_crop

Lion—Ewaso

Kenya is home to less than 2000 lions. In Northern Kenya, outside protected areas, lions and people are learning to coexist.

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Grey Crowned Cranes

Grey Crowned Cranes

Grey Crowned Cranes are a symbol of longevity, but unfortunately are threatened by habitat loss and the illegal wildlife trade.

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Ocelot rests on a tree.

Small Wild Cats

Most people are familiar with big cats, but few could name the 33 species of small wild cats living all around the world.

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Mountain Gorilla

Gorillas

Gorillas are strong and social beings, yet they face threats from habitat degradation and disease transmission.

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Steve Mandel cheetah pack

Cheetah—Namibia

Cheetahs are famous for their speed and agility but are also one of Africa’s most endangered big cats.

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cheetah_Ken and Michelle Dyball

Cheetah—Botswana

Botswana provides a home for approximately 30% of the earth’s remaining 7,100 cheetahs, it is the only country where their population remains stable.

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Lion—Niassa

Niassa National Reserve in Mozambique is one of the last great wild places on Earth and one of the important remaining strongholds for the African lion.

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Photo Credit Spectacled Bear Conservation_Photo Sbcperu- Wild female spectacled bear (laura) - Dry Forest Peru

Spectacled Bear

Spectacled bears, also known as Andean bears, are the only bear species in all of South America.

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Okapi at Epulu breding center

Okapi

The gentle, mysterious okapi live only in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and though they appear to be half-zebra they are actually the closest relative of the giraffe.

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Penguins

There are 18 different penguin species living throughout the Southern Hemisphere, 55% of which are listed as threatened.

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Sharks MAR

Sharks and Rays

Sharks and rays are essential for healthy oceans, but are vulnerable to human threats like pollution, climate change, and overfishing.

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Ethiopian Wolf_credit Rebecca Jackrel_RRJ_EWP157

Ethiopian Wolf

The Ethiopian wolf is the rarest and most endangered canid in the world.

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Wildlife Funds

We establish WILDLIFE FUNDS when we see a need and an opportunity to protect threatened wildlife across a larger landscape. By providing specific, short-term funding to projects from institutions big and small, we harness the power of multiple organizations working to save a species throughout its entire habitat. 100% of donations to WCN'S Wildlife Funds go directly to the field, with zero overhead.

Elephant Crisis Fund

A devastating poaching epidemic driven by the ivory trade is threatening elephants. Scientists, conservation organizations, and governments have united behind a common strategy to end this crisis. We must stop the killing of elephants, stop the trafficking of ivory, and stop ivory demand. The Elephant Crisis Fund exists to fuel this coalition, with just one goal: to end the ivory crisis and secure a future for elephants.

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Lion Recovery Fund

Lions are in crisis. In just 25 years, lion populations have declined by half. But, lions can return. The Lion Recovery Fund invests in the most innovative and effective projects aimed at recovering lions—backing several key tactics such as supporting the parks and reserves that serve as lion strongholds and promoting coexistence so that people can live alongside and benefit from lions. The LRF aims to protect lions and their landscapes, ensuring the King of Beasts can thrive across Africa.

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Pangolin Crisis Fund

Pangolins have the unfortunate distinction of being the most illegally trafficked wild mammal in the world. All eight species of pangolins are threatened with extinction. But it’s not too late to save pangolins. The Pangolin Crisis Fund invests in the best projects to stop the poaching of pangolins, stop the trade and demand for pangolin products, and raise the profile of this little-known animal.

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Rhino Recovery Fund

Despite their powerful physical presence, rhinos are incredibly vulnerable to human-induced threats. Asia’s three rhino species have dwindled to distressingly small populations due to habitat loss. In Africa, white and black rhino populations also struggle with habitat loss and are brutally poached for their horns. WCN created the Rhino Recovery Fund (RRF) to help protect all rhino species from wildlife crime and restore their landscapes, focusing on improving the health of rhino populations while also benefiting local people.

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Wildlife Funds

We establish WILDLIFE FUNDS when we see a need and an opportunity to protect threatened wildlife across a larger landscape. By providing specific, short-term funding to projects from institutions big and small, we harness the power of multiple organizations working to save a species throughout its entire habitat. 100% of donations to WCN'S Wildlife Funds go directly to the field, with zero overhead.
Learn More

Elephant Crisis Fund

A devastating poaching epidemic driven by the ivory trade is threatening elephants. Scientists, conservation organizations, and governments have united behind a common strategy to end this crisis. We must stop the killing of elephants, stop the trafficking of ivory, and stop ivory demand. The Elephant Crisis Fund exists to fuel this coalition, with just one goal: to end the ivory crisis and sure a future for elephants.

Lion Recovery Fund

Lions are in crisis. In just 25 years, lion populations have declined by half. But, lions can return. The Lion Recovery Fund invests in the most innovative and effective projects aimed at recovering lions—backing several key tactics such as supporting the parks and reserves that serve as lion strongholds and promoting coexistence so that people can live alongside and benefit from lions. The LRF aims to protect lions and their landscapes, ensuring the King of Beasts can thrive across Africa.

Pangolin Crisis Fund

Pangolins have the unfortunate distinction of being the most illegally trafficked wild mammal in the world. All eight species of pangolins are threatened with extinction. But it’s not too late to save pangolins. The Pangolin Crisis Fund invests in the best projects to stop the poaching of pangolins, stop the trade and demand for pangolin products, and raise the profile of this little-known animal.

Rhino Recovery Fund

Despite their powerful physical presence, rhinos are incredibly vulnerable to human-induced threats. Asia’s three rhino species have dwindled to distressingly small populations due to habitat loss. In Africa, white and black rhino populations also struggle with habitat loss and are brutally poached for their horns. WCN created the Rhino Recovery Fund (RRF) to help protect all rhino species from wildlife crime and restore their landscapes, focusing on improving the health of rhino populations while also benefiting local people.

Elephant Crisis Fund

Lion Recovery Fund

Pangolin Crisis Fund

Rhino Recovery Fund

Celebrating 20 Years of Protecting Wildlife

2022 marks the Wildlife Conservation Network’s (WCN) 20th anniversary, an incredible journey supporting field conservationists who ensure endangered wildlife have a future coexisting and thriving alongside the people who share their habitat. This has been WCN’s mission for two decades, and every stride towards this mission is made possible thanks to the generosity of our community of supporters. Together, we have had an unbelievable impact for wildlife on every continent, tackling some of their biggest threats and helping pave the way for their recovery. In honor of our 20th anniversary, let’s take a look back at WCN’s history and some of our Network’s most remarkable achievements.
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3,600 Breeding Pairs of Magellanic Penguins

Global Penguin Society completed their 14th census of the Pedral penguin colony in Patagonia, which they have protected since 2009 when there were just 6 breeding pairs.

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7,277 Miles Patrolled by Grevy's Zebra Warriors

Grevy's Zebra Trust’s field team of Grevy’s Zebra Warriors and Ambassadors carried out 1,100 foot patrols to monitor and protect Grevy’s zebras throughout northern Kenya. They had 411 encounters with both individual Grevy’s zebras and herds, collecting data on 1,730 sightings.

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80 Conservation Groups

Small Wild Cat Conservation Foundation helped create three new small cat conservation working groups, now totaling 12, all led by local conservationists with over 80 partners. Each of these groups runs multiple community-based projects that reduce threats for 21 small wild cat species.

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Honoring World Ranger Day 2022

World Ranger Day is celebrated on July 31st each year to commemorate wildlife rangers killed or injured in the line...

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Finding Answers for Great Green Macaws

Mario’s harness released a pained creak as he climbed one of Costa Rica’s towering mountain almond trees. Dangling 130 feet...

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Clearing the Way for Sea Turtles

The murmur of waves mingled with the teenagers’ laughter as they set their pails down in the white coral sands...

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Investigating Lorian’s Lions

Crawling on hands and knees, Thomas Ekiru turned away from a branch choking the bushy pathway. The thick Mathenge bushes...

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Returning to the Field with EWCP's Dr. Jorgelina Marino

In spring, Dr. Jorgelina Marino, Science Director of the Ethiopian Wolf Conservation Program (EWCP), returned to the field in the...

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MarAlliance Helps Protect a Shark Superhighway

MarAlliance's incredible work to protect the Mesoamerican Reef was recently featured on CNN's Call to Earth. This extensive barrier reef...

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How Community-Based Conservation Benefits All Species

Everywhere the Small Wild Cat Conservation Foundation (SWCCF) works, we employ the principles of community-based conservation. Community-based conservation begins by...

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Large Mammals Help Mitigate Climate Change

Earth’s largest animals, like elephants, rhinos, and whales, are more than just breathtaking and iconic. Increasing evidence suggests that these...

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Celebrating 20 Years of Protecting Wildlife

2022 marks the Wildlife Conservation Network’s 20th anniversary, an incredible journey supporting field conservationists who ensure endangered wildlife have a...

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Honoring World Ranger Day 2022

World Ranger Day is celebrated on July 31st each year to commemorate wildlife rangers killed or injured in the line... Read More
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Stories: Macaw Recovery Network

Finding Answers for Great Green Macaws

Mario’s harness released a pained creak as he climbed one of Costa Rica’s towering mountain almond trees. Dangling 130 feet... Read More
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2022 Scholar

Clearing the Way for Sea Turtles

The murmur of waves mingled with the teenagers’ laughter as they set their pails down in the white coral sands... Read More
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Stories: Ewaso Lions

Investigating Lorian’s Lions

Crawling on hands and knees, Thomas Ekiru turned away from a branch choking the bushy pathway. The thick Mathenge bushes... Read More
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Stories: Ethiopian Wolf Conservation Program

Returning to the Field with EWCP's Dr. Jorgelina Marino

In spring, Dr. Jorgelina Marino, Science Director of the Ethiopian Wolf Conservation Program (EWCP), returned to the field in the... Read More
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Stories: MarAlliance

MarAlliance Helps Protect a Shark Superhighway

MarAlliance's incredible work to protect the Mesoamerican Reef was recently featured on CNN's Call to Earth. This extensive barrier reef... Read More
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Stories: Small Wild Cat Conservation Foundation

How Community-Based Conservation Benefits All Species

Everywhere the Small Wild Cat Conservation Foundation (SWCCF) works, we employ the principles of community-based conservation. Community-based conservation begins by... Read More
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WCN Update

Large Mammals Help Mitigate Climate Change

Earth’s largest animals, like elephants, rhinos, and whales, are more than just breathtaking and iconic. Increasing evidence suggests that these... Read More
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WCN Update

Celebrating 20 Years of Protecting Wildlife

2022 marks the Wildlife Conservation Network’s 20th anniversary, an incredible journey supporting field conservationists who ensure endangered wildlife have a... Read More

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Photography Credits: Jeff Bonner, Will Burrard, Saloni Bhatia, Ken and Michelle Dyball, Daniel Haesslich, Rebecca R Jackrel, MarAlliance, Steve Mandel, Susan McConnell, Jon McCormack, Frank af Petersens, Proyecto Tití, Corey Raffel, Juan Reppucci, Navinder Singh, Tom Stahl, Jack Swenson, SBC Peru, Martin Harvey, Jean-Francois Lagrot, Christian Sepulveda, John Dickens, Ruben Digilio
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